Little Trains of Norfolk

September 2020 - September 2021

5 days from £399pp

Take a ride on four fabulous steam train journeys and enjoy a cruise on the beautiful Norfolk Broads. Experience the Bure Valley, Bittern Line, Poppy Line and the Mid Norfolk Railway, visiting Sandringham Estate and popular seaside towns along the way.

Feted for its wide skies, glorious coastline, tranquil rivers and crimson-red poppy fields, Norfolk is the perfect place to stop and enjoy the view. It’s somewhere that life moves at a slower pace – even the royal family come here to wind down. Add to this the nostalgic feeling of travelling along heritage railways with a little steam train chugging away and you’ll have all ingredients required for an unforgettable experience. We include no less than four different railway journeys on this short break, along with plenty of time to explore each destination. But it doesn’t stop there - join a cruise on the Norfolk Broads and a visit to Sandringham Estate. The charms of Norfolk are fit for the Queen - that’s reason enough for us to go!

Day 1: Norfolk

Make your own way to our hotel, where you meet our Tour Manager and enjoy a relaxing evening.

This morning we board our coach and travel to the market town of Aylsham to join the Bure Valley Railway. This delightful route takes in some of the most unspoilt countryside as it crosses 17 bridges and passes through idyllic villages to reach Wroxham, known as the ‘capital of the Norfolk Broads’. You have some free time here before we travel to the pretty village of Horning and board the Southern Comfort Mississippi Paddle Boat for a cruise on the Broads. The route takes us along the Bure river, passing thatched cottages, windmills and Norfolk reed beds, with an excellent commentary which also points out the water birds.

Day 3: The Bittern Line, the Poppy Line & Cromer

Today we are taken to Norwich station where we join the Bittern Line, named after the wading bird, for a journey to Sheringham. We then join the North Norfolk Railway, which is affectionately known as the Poppy Line, and enjoy a scenic trip along the coast and through heathland to the lovely town of Holt. After some free time here we head to the nearby seaside resort of Cromer and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Day 4: Mid Norfolk Railway & Sandringham

Wymondham is our destination today where we join the Mid Norfolk Railway for a steam train journey through the heart of Norfolk countryside. We alight from the train in Dereham and are taken by coach to Sandringham, country residence of the Queen. Here you are free to admire the beautiful grounds and explore the house, which has knowledgeable guides on hand to talk to visitors.

Day 5: Home

After breakfast you are free to check out of our hotel and depart at leisure; you could even take the opportunity to explore some more of Norfolk.

Please note: We cannot guarantee that all our rail journeys will be steam hauled and the running order of the itinerary may change depending on availability. The final itinerary will be confirmed in your final Travel Documents.

MAP ROUTE:

Four nights’ half board accommodation in Norwich

Coach transfers for our excursions

Services of our experienced Tour Manager

Join us at our hotel in the UK

Make your own travel arrangements at your convenience to join your selected holiday. Simply arrive at the hotel and our Tour Manager will be there to greet you.

If you require any further information to assist with your travel plans, please contact our Holiday Advisors who will be happy to help.

Parking is available at our hotel for those wishing to drive.

Dates:

2020

9 & 30 September 2020

2021

12, 19 & 26 May 2021

9 & 16 June 2021

7 & 14 July 2021

4 & 11 August 2021

1, 8, 15, 22 & 22 September 2021

Prices:

All prices listed are per person

Twin/double share: from £399

Single room supplement: from £120

Deposit: £150

Your Accommodation

Your Accommodation

Your Accommodation

You will be staying in one of the following hotels. The exact hotel will be confirmed to you at the time of booking.

Holiday Inn Norwich North or similar

★★★

North of Norwich, this Holiday Inn is just 6.5 km away from the city centre, with Norwich Cathedral, the Theatre Royal and Norwich City F.C even closer. The hotel has a fully equipped gym, a pool with hot tub, steam room and sauna. The Concorde Restaurant, with its impressive daily buffet breakfast, also serves a carvery lunch on Sundays and is open every evening for dinner. The lounge bar is open every day until late and is an ideal venue for a quicker, lighter snack.

Room Facilities & Amenities

En Suite bathroom

Television

Hair dryer

Tea and coffee making facilities

Holiday Inn Norwich or similar

★★★

Accommodation will be in the 3 star AA rated Holiday Inn Norwich. The hotel is 2 ½ miles from Norwich City Centre. The Leisure facilities include indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room, spa and a fully equipped gym. The hotel also has reception level rooms for your convenience. We are confident that the warm and friendly welcome you receive from the hotel and its staff will add to the overall enjoyment of your holiday.

Room Facilities & Amenities

En Suite bathroom

Television

Hairdryer

Tea and coffee facilities

Mercure Norwich

★★★

Enjoy a hearty Norfolk welcome at the 4 star Mercure Norwich Hotel which offers contemporary bedrooms, delicious food, a popular health club and high speed Wi-fi throughout. This hotel is ideally located for our excursions, giving easy access to the Norfolk Broads and the coast, and it is only three miles from the centre of Norwich. It also has a bar offering a range of wines, beers, spirits and soft drinks and a restaurant serving freshly prepared meals for you to enjoy after a day exploring.